Anoectochilus burmannicus
Anoectochilus burmannicus, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in Southeast Asian traditional practices, is prized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, this species offers unique phytochemical compounds that contribute to its reputation as a valuable resource in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Anoectochilus burmannicus
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of the Orchidaceae family and falls under the genus Anoectochilus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anoectochilus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Anoectochilus burmannicus, is recognized by several distinct common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is known by the names 滇南开唇兰 (Diānnán kāichúnlán) and 血兰 (xuèlán), names that reflect its botanical characteristics and traditional uses.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 滇南开唇兰 | Wikidata |
| zh | 血兰 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions in Southeast Asia and East Asia. In China, its presence is specifically noted within the South-Central provinces. The species also inhabits various parts of the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand. Finally, its geographical range extends into the country of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Anoectochilus burmannicus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, kinsenoside.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kinsenoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Anoectochilus burmannicus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Anoectochilus burmannicus has 8 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include arthritis, boils, chest pain, inflammation, insulin resistance.
- Total uses
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| boils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chest pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| insulin resistance | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |